Operations Coordinator

La Gesta; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the UK seeks an Operations Coordinator to support the operational management team. This full-time position offers a salary of £27,000 per annum and requires compliance with health and safety standards, conducting audits, and managing customer-related issues. The role entails effective communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail, as well as a full driving licence. Benefits include 28 days annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Qualifications

• Experience within a transport environment.
• Self-motivated with a keen desire to participate as a pro-active member of the team.
• Keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support the Newton Abbot Operational Management team.
• Conduct internal audits and produce relevant KPIs.
• Participate in depot meetings and support risk management.

Skills

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation

Effective communication skills

Good time management skills

PC literate with MS Office knowledge

Problem-solving ability

Education

Full driving licence

Job description

Company Description

Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers and manufacturers across the UK. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive. A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Our Newton Abbotsite have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Coordinator to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

Salary: £27,000 per annum.

Working hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 8 am–5 pm.

The purpose of an Operations Coordinator is to support the Newton Abbot Operational Management team in the pro‑active management of all Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality items which includes fleet and operator license compliance.

Key Duties Of An Operations Coordinator

• Ensure all legal and statutory requirements are strictly complied with.
• Ensure all practices are carried out in accordance with Company policies, processes and standards.
• Conduct internal audits as required to demonstrate levels of compliance and create and implement improvement actions where necessary.
• Liaise with other sites and the fleet department to ensure equipment availability for vehicle servicing compliance.
• Ensure Company Policy and procedures are followed in relation to all Motor Accidents.
• Investigate and elevate any customer store issues relating to lost cages or issues with deliveries.
• Participate in depot meetings, chairing where appropriate in H&S, SHEQ related project meetings.
• Produce accurate and relevant KPIs on performance levels.
• Conduct accident investigations for the depot within agreed timeframes, implement corrective actions.
• Support depot operational teams in identifying trends, training needs, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and good working practices is advantageous.
• Full driving licence.
• Experience within a transport environment.
• PC literate with a sound working knowledge of MS Office.
• Good time management skills with the ability and desire to solve problems.
• Effective communication skills verbal and written.
• Self‑motivated with a keen desire to participate as a pro‑active member of the team.
• Keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.

Benefits

• Annual Leave 28 days, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension scheme – we offer a great contribution of 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer.
• Life Assurance – x3 your annual salary.
• Wellness – our Employee Assistance Programme offers immediate access to confidential telephone counselling and legal information service operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – substantial savings on free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – we recognise employees who go the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts – via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings.

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!